New type of dinosaur

Archaeologists have discovered a new species of dinosaur and named it after Loki from Scandinavian mythology. The distinct feature of this dinosaur is the presence of two horns between its eyes, which reminded scientists of the horns on Loki's helmet as usually depicted. Therefore, they decided to name it Loki ceratops.

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June 25, 2024

Supercar on trash

Italian Bertone has showcased the world's first supercar running on waste. It requires filling with synthetic fuel made from plastic waste. Under the hood, there's a 5.2-liter V10 engine producing 1100 horsepower. It promises acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.79 seconds and from 0 to 200 km/h in 4 seconds. The top speed is estimated to be around 380 km/h. Only 33 units are planned for production, but the price range hasn't been announced yet.

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June 25, 2024

Elon Musk became a father for the twelfth time

Elon Musk and Neuralink's top manager, Shivon Zilis, have welcomed their third child. The businessman, who considers low birth rates 'one of the biggest risks to civilization,' is now a father of 12. The news of Musk's latest offspring comes just a week after former SpaceX employees accused the billionaire of persistently urging them to have children.

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June 24, 2024

Enterprising American

An enterprising individual from the United States noticed that the price of a 1996 LEGO set had increased by 3000% over 25 years. He began actively purchasing limited editions and waited for the opportune moment to sell them for a profit.

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June 24, 2024

Miniature flashlight

In California they invented a tiny coin-shaped flashlight with a 32-meter light range. It is IPX-8 waterproof and made of titanium, which allows it to withstand the weight of a car.

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June 24, 2024

Amazing Asian Vending Machine

An Asian vending machine that can chill a soda bottle in a matter of seconds. The secret lies inside the machine itself: it supercools the soda below freezing temperature without allowing it to freeze. When the bottle is flipped, ice formation begins, while the external platform, using ultrasonic waves, prevents it from blocking the opening.

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June 24, 2024

Giant Catapult Developed in California to Launch Satellites into Space

In California, a giant catapult is being developed to launch satellites into space without using fuel. Inside the structure, the satellites will be spun up to a speed of 8,000 km/h and then simply thrown into a low Earth orbit. According to calculations, they will travel six times faster than the speed of sound. The company has already conducted numerous successful tests and has started the construction of a full-scale catapult.

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June 23, 2024

Environmental activists reached Stonehenge

Ecological activists from Just Stop Oil have painted several stones of Stonehenge with orange powder paint. The monument is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With this performance, the activists demand that the UK government abandon fossil fuels by 2030. The police have arrested two individuals on suspicion of damaging the ancient monument.

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June 23, 2024

Sony Buys Queen's Entire Catalog for £1 Billion, Making It the Most Expensive Deal in Music History

Sony has acquired the entire catalog of the iconic band Queen for £1 billion, making it the most expensive agreement of its kind in the history of music. Other notable catalog purchases include Michael Jackson: $600 million; Bruce Springsteen: $500 million; Tina Turner: $300 million; David Bowie: $250 million; Justin Timberlake: $100 million.

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June 22, 2024

World's First Off-Road Vehicle with an In-Car Pizza Oven

Lexus has created the world's first off-road vehicle with a pizza oven in the cabin. The oven can actually cook pizzas, pies, and bread. Additionally, the car features a refrigerator, freezer, ice press, glass storage case, and a folding table.

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June 22, 2024

Ancient Egyptian Sarcophagus Reveals Surprising Resemblance to Marge Simpson

On the lid of a sarcophagus that is 3,500 years old, archaeologists found an image of a woman who bears a striking resemblance to Marge Simpson. Scientists believe that the artist depicted the goddess of the sky, Nut, in this way. She has the same tall blue hair, green dress, and four toes as Marge.

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June 22, 2024

Cafe in Bangkok offers adorable boat tours with kittens

A cafe in Bangkok organizes the sweetest boat tours with kittens. This unique excursion includes a cruise through the most picturesque places in the city, while fluffy cats jump from one boat to another and allow themselves to be petted.

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June 22, 2024

Artificial intelligence at McDonald's

McDonald's has proven that artificial intelligence is not yet capable of taking jobs away from humans. Neural networks were tested in a hundred American restaurants since 2021, but the project ended in failure and will be shut down this summer. The system often got confused and made mistakes, such as adding bacon to ice cream, presenting enormous bills for nuggets, or even ending every sentence with a question, preventing customers from completing their orders.

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June 22, 2024

Ema Kavakami

9-year-old skateboarder from Japan, Ema Kavakami, has become the first person in the world to successfully land a triple 900 - three consecutive spins at 900 degrees. Legendary Tony Hawk applauds in awe. Back in 1999, Hawk was the first and one of the few to accomplish this trick, and he did it again at the age of 48.

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June 21, 2024

Sea Urchins and their Fancy Hats

Sea urchins love wearing hats. In reality, they use makeshift tools to shield themselves from the sun's rays. But marine biologists decided to take advantage of this and started printing small hats on 3D printers. And the sea urchins happily wear them.

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June 21, 2024

Giant Hammerhead Sharks Attack Tourists in Spain

Giant hammerhead sharks measuring 3 meters in length have been attacking tourists off the coast of Gran Canaria. Three beaches are cordoned off, drones and lifeguards are on duty, and scientists are intrigued by the aggression of these sharks, as the hammerhead species is generally considered harmless to humans.

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June 21, 2024

Edible Robots: A Revolutionary Innovation from Switzerland

Scientists in Switzerland are developing edible robots. This is no joke, as the project is being funded by the EU. Currently, researchers are searching for edible alternatives to common materials such as starch or tannin instead of glue, and gelatin instead of rubber. They have already assembled a drone that is 50% edible, with its wings made from rice crackers. It's difficult to say exactly what this is for, but using the drone as an example, it could be used to search for a missing person, who could then eat it immediately to satisfy their hunger in an emergency.

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June 21, 2024

Morinaga Drink

In Japan, a drink called Morinaga has been created, which turns into jelly in the stomach and induces a sense of fullness. The drink has become a hit and is instantly sold out. It seems that people are eager to save time and/or money on lunch breaks.

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June 21, 2024

Modular Torch: The Ultimate Multifunctional Gadget

An interesting Kickstarter novelty, a modular torch that can be transformed into a speaker, fan, pump, and even a mosquito repellent. Inside, there is a 5000 mAh battery that powers various modules and can also charge a smartphone or anything else via a cable. The entire set is available for pre-order at $89.

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June 19, 2024

Taobao Offers $125,000 Yearly Salary for a Cool Cat

Taobao will pay a Chinese citizen $125,000 per year for having an awesome cat. The platform is looking for a furry partner. According to the competition rules, participants need to upload a photo of their pet on the website and wait for a response. In case of winning, the cat will become Alibaba's first employee, appearing in advertisements and a feature film. Additionally, the cat will receive a year's supply of food and even health insurance.

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June 19, 2024